Education funding omnibus. Raises the GET and use tax rates. Increases income tax rates for high earning taxpayers. Establishes quality education special fund to supplement education budget. Increases food/excise tax credit and low-income renter's household tax credit and ties future increases to the U.S. Department of Labor consumer price index.
Imposes a tax of $15 for every ton of carbon dioxide emitted from the use of fossil fuel. Establishes various state and county sustainability initiatives. Appropriates moneys.
Increases the minimum wage to fifteen dollars per hour by 2022 and indexes future annual increases to the median wage for all occupations in the State. Adjusts the tip credit.
Prohibits operating a moped or motor scooter from any rental company unless the person wears a safety helmet that the rental company is required to provide or the person wears a safety helmet that is provided by the person; provided that this requirement does not apply to any person who possesses a valid license from any state to operate a motorcycle. Prohibits the rental of any moped or motor scooter with an aftermarket modification to its motor.
Limits the use of tethers and certain other types of restraints that are known to endanger dogs or prevent dogs from receiving necessary sustenance. Allows tethering for not more than twenty-four consecutive hours but only by means of a chest harness around a dog. Prohibits the sale, distribution, or use of electric shock dog collars. Specifies penalties.
